Acrylic sheets are visually similar to glass, but acrylic is half the weight and 17 times more durable. Clear acrylic is arguably the most popular type of acrylic plastic, and this thermoplastic polymer comes in a wide range of colors, shades and tones that are perfect for decorative applications. Because of these characteristics, acrylic is considered the ideal material for homeowners determined to do-it-yourselfers. Over the years, acrylic plastic sheets have had many creative and effective uses. 1. Acrylic cabinet doors and windows Certain conditions can cause glass cabinet doors to break - or, you may have noticed that the glass on cabinet doors is becoming old and fragile. For this reason, acrylic is becoming increasingly popular as a replacement for glass cabinet windows. Homeowners don't have to worry about accidentally closing the cabinet door too tightly and breaking the glass, and property managers can prevent repetitive repairs caused by noisy tenants. Often, t...